October 05, 2023
Nigeria: Supreme Court Fixes Date for Judgement On Nigerian Govt's Appeal Against Nnamdi Kanu's Release
The Supreme Court, on Thursday, heard the appeal filed against the release of Mr Kanu, leader of IPOB, who has been in SSS custody since June 2021. Read more »
October 04, 2023
Nigeria: Singer Primeboy Wanted Over Mohbad's Death, N1 Million Bounty Placed
Primeboy earlier debunked allegations that suggested he killed his friend. Read more »
Nigeria: Woman Jailed for Trafficking 12 Girls Abroad for Sexual Exploitation
The judge also imposed a fine of N24 million on the 62-year-old convict. Read more »
Nigeria: 'We Thought You Were Militants', SSS Operatives Allegedly Assault Man
The SSS says it is investigating the incident. Read more »
Nigeria: It's No Offence for Men to Have Dreadlocks - Police
There have been reports in the past of the police profiling and arresting young Nigerians who have dreadlocks. Read more »
Nigeria: Mohbad - Court Remands Naira Marley, Sam Larry, Two Others
The judge also ordered that the suspects be granted access to medicals and lawyers of their choice. Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity - Reps Speaker Laments Renewed Abduction of Students By Bandits in North
Mr Tajudeen said the mass abduction of students is a threat to education in the North. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Orders Investigation Into Incarceration of 250 Nigerians in Ethiopian Prisons
The 250 Nigerians are reportedly facing inhumanity and maltreatment in the East African country. Read more »
Nigeria: Again, Suspected Militants Abduct University Students
The five students were abducted few weeks after the abduction of over 20 other students in Gusau. Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Orders Investigation Into Alleged Diversion of Drugs
The governor ordered the investigation following a complaint by a father whose wife delivered triplets at the Murtala Muhammed Specialists Hospital. Read more »
October 03, 2023
Nigeria: Illegal Oil Refinery Explosion Kills 37 - Report
The explosion incident occurred at an illegal refinery site in the early hours of Monday. Read more »
October 02, 2023
Nigeria: We Will Appeal Majority Nasarawa Tribunal Judgement - Governor Sule
The governor stated this on Monday in Lafia, the state capital, while reacting the the split judgement of the tribunal. Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Hails Diezani's Appearance in London Court, Says Nigerian Charges Pending
EFCC says the charges it filed against Diezani in Nigeria are different from the ones she is facing in London. Read more »
Nigeria: Tribunal Sacks Governor Sule of Nasarawa, Declares PDP Winner
The tribunal sacked Mr Sule with a split decision. Read more »
Nigeria: London Court Orders Diezani to Wear Electronic Tag, Imposes Other Bail Conditions
A London court, on Monday, granted Diezani bail in terms and conditions including wearing of an electronic tag. Read more »
Nigeria: Diezani Appears in London Court Over Bribery Charges
Diezani, who was Nigeria's petroleum minister between 2010 and 2015, appeared in a London court on Monday over bribery offences, following a National Crime Agency investigation. Read more »
Nigeria: 63rd Independence - Governor Grants Amnesty to 17 Inmates
The 17 inmates were released due to their good conduct based on the recommendation of the State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy Read more »
October 01, 2023
Nigeria: Militants Refuse to Release Captives After Ransom Was Paid
A total of N17 million was paid in instalments but the victims are yet to be released. Read more »
Nigeria: Attorney-General Speaks on Plea Bargain Deal With Ex-Central Bank Chief
The AGF addresses claims that he has signed a plea agreement with the former CBN chief, Mr Emefiele, who is facing corruption charges and ongoing investigations. Read more »
Nigeria: Central Bank Under Emefiele Was Den of Malfeasance - President Tinubu
Mr Tinubu in a broadcast to mark the country's 63rd Independence Anniversary said he has started the housecleaning and has appointed a new leadership for the bank. Read more »
September 29, 2023
Nigeria: Top Militants Who Attended Secret Meetings With Nigerian 'Officials'
The meeting, which was held in Katsina State, was attended by seven notorious terror gang leaders. Read more »
Nigeria: IGP Orders Thorough Investigation Into Attack On Police Officer in Abuja
Omeje Matthew, an inspector, was attacked by armed hoodlums at his residence in the Kabusa area of Abuja. Read more »
September 28, 2023
Nigeria: Mobile Cyber Threats Rising in Nigeria, Others - Report
Among the most prevalent mobile threats that were detected in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa region are adware and mobile banking threats. Read more »
Nigeria: Impeachment - Lawyers Disagree As Ondo Lawmakers Ignore Court Order On Move Against Deputy Governor
Is the House right in proceeding with the impeachment process despite a court order? PREMIUM TIMES spoke with some lawyers in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Brain Drain - in One Week Three Doctors Die in Lagos Hospital, Colleagues Kick
The doctors' association said the devastating phenomenon of brain drain, and its attendant work overload for the doctors remaining onshore have been repeatedly emphasised. Read more »